A 3-year-old toddler presents to the emergency department wi…
A 3-year-old toddler presents to the emergency department with cough, fever, grunting respirations, and decreased activity. The child’s respiratory rate is 56/min, oxygen saturation is 88% on room air, temperature is 101.9°F (38.8°C) and breath sounds are diminished with crackles in the left lower lobe. Which assessment finding would the nurse evaluate as most concerning and requiring immediate intervention?
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